How to Install iOS 8.0.2 Bug-Fix Update on iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch

Apple has just released the highly-anticipated iOS 8.0.2 bug-fix update for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch via iTunes, following a spate of user complaints about cellular connectivity and Touch ID issues on iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus devices.

Those who missed the notification for iOS 8.0.2 Over-The-Air (OTA) update on their iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch can now install the same manually via iTunes, using the direct download links given below.

The new iOS 8.0.2 update is available for free installation on the following iOS devices:

Back up important data on your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch via iCloud or iTunes:

Back up via iCloud: Go to Settings > iCloud > Storage and Backup and toggle the iCloud Backup button to On. Once the iCloud Backup option is enabled, you will see a prompt saying "Back up Now". Hit the Backup button and wait until the process completes as the backup time depends on the content file size stored on your device.

Back up via iTunes: Connect the iPhone or iPad to PC or Mac via USB cable and launch iTunes app. Choose the option 'This Computer' under the Backups section of iTunes. Hit the Backup Now button and wait until process completes.

Note #1: Disable auto unzip feature in Safari for downloading the firmware or use Chrome or Firefox browser.

Note #2: Find the model number of your device on a sticker label at the back.

Step 6: Wait until the firmware is downloaded. Then hold down the Option key (Mac) or Shift key (Windows), and click on Check for Update button.

Step 7: This will launch the file manager and prompt you to select the firmware file. Choose the file and click Open.

Step 8: You will now see a pop-up message that says iTunes will update your device to iOS 8.0.2 and then verify with Apple. Just click the Update button to proceed.

Step 9: Read the release notes info and then click Next button. Accept the terms and conditions by clicking on Agree button.

Step 10: Allow iTunes to download the firmware file which could be time-consuming and depend on your internet connection speed. Once the file is downloaded and processed, the contents will be extracted and the device will be prepared for iOS 8 firmware installation.

Step 11: Follow onscreen instructions and wait until iOS 8.0.2 installation completes. Your device may reboot a couple of times during this process and then you will be able to start using the device.